When I was in school, my favorite subject was math. I took algebra and calculus. At an early age I grasped it and understood it quickly. I just enjoyed breaking the codes and solving problems.

Everyone talks about success, but what happens before? There's always something you have to overcome.

I wouldn't like to make anybody cry, I don't dislike anybody. It doesn't even matter - the opponent is always faceless.

Just listen to your instincts. Don't talk to someone or start a relationship out of pity.

We make a living playing basketball. You don't have to be a tough guy or a hard-ass to play this sport. You can be tough but you don't have to have that bravado. Sometimes it's good. But I'm not going to be someone I'm not. It's just me being me.

Eventually, people are going to find out I can play.

If you want to be successful, you are going to have to deal with pressure.